Abstraction by Design

Name: Abstraction by Design
Start: 2026-04-11T10:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-04-11T13:00:00+01:00
Location: Barnstaple Guildhall

Schedule

Sat Apr 11 2026 at 10:00 am to 01:00 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

Barnstaple Guildhall | Barnstaple, EN

Tutor: Penny Rowland Hill of Penygwyn Designs

Have you ever wanted to create abstract paintings like Barnstaple Blue, as dispalyed in Barnstaple Pannier market, but were unsure where to start?
In this workshop you will learn the design principles behind such paintings and use pattern-making techniques to inspire you and act as a framework to create your own, unique abstract picture.
All equipment and materials provided.
10am-1pm.
Tea & Coffee available throughout the day for a small donation.
£35.00 +£10 for materials payable to the tutor on the day.
Book online to call The Box Office: 01805 624624 (f no reply, press Option 3 to leave a message for St Anne's, we will return your call ASAP).
If a workshop you'd like to do is fully booked ring Box Office (01805 624624) to be added to the waiting list, you might be lucky! This also helps us ascertain the demand for particular workshops when programming.
PARKING
The closest long term car parks (and the cheapest) can be found at:
Fair View, Barnstaple EX31 1JR
Pilton Causeway, Barnstaple EX32 7AA
About Penny:
Artist and craftsperson Penny, has over thirty years experience as an artist/educator, and in creating artworks in a variety of media.
Penny is passionate about the arts, and in sharing that enthusiasm with others. She has worked on commission with groups of all ages and abilities, sharing skills and encouraging participation in creative activities. In her arts practice, she has a fascination with exploring the relationships between identity and the natural world, organic structures , textures and pattern.